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NTSB Hearings: Boeing Will Redesign 737 MAX Door Plug To Prevent Another Blowout

The two-day hearings will continue on August 7, with the NTSB continuing to interrogate Boeing, Spirit AeroSystems, FAA, and other stakeholders.

As of June 27, 2024, Spirit AeroSystems had only $206 million of cash, with the company continuously bleeding cash during the first half of the year.

The granted exemption followed the FAA’s approval of American Airlines’ Flagship Suite seats on its Boeing 787-9 aircraft.

The airport noted that international traffic growth outpaced general growth levels during the first half months of 2024.

The flights were an addition to the connections Delta Air Lines marketed from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) with the CRJ550.

While Boeing’s bulletin indicated a specific number of 787s that would be affected, the FAA has expanded the proposed AD to affect all 787s.

The counsel of CrowdStrike asked why Delta Air Lines’ competitors had managed to restore operations much quicker following the IT meltdown.

A look at what it takes to make a B-52H nuclear capable and why the interest in restoring that capability.

These changes have come as cost pressures have resulted in worsening financial performance among the US-based low-cost carriers.

According to data from Cirium, the Chicago-based carrier schedules solely 737 MAX on its routes to destinations throughout the state.